2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Mountaineer | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
